Direct Support Professional - Residential

Job Description

Job Description

Direct Support Professional (Non-Behavioral and Non-Aggressive Behavioral): Residential Services

Top Achieving DSPs at Life Opportunities Unlimited CAN make over $70,000 per year with overtime.

 

Start working to make a difference…. Life Opportunities Unlimited (LOU) is a premier boutique human service agency providing both residential and day program services for adults with developmental disabilities in Northern New Jersey.

LOU is located in Ridgewood with programs in Northwest Bergen County: Allendale, Fair Lawn, Glen Rock, Haledon, Midland Park, Ridgewood, Township of Washington, and Waldwick. All of our locations are approximately 15 minutes from Passaic & Rockland Counties. 

 

LOU’s Residential and Day Programs are conveniently located nearby NJ Transit, Bus Routes and Train Stations.

Core Functions: 

• Maintain the residential household to a high standard: house cleaning, coordinate shopping lists, shopping, preparing meals, and promptly reporting any housing issues to management

• Treat all clients with dignity and respect 

Responsibilities: 

• Drive clients safely and efficiently to and from activities

• Assist in all areas where clients may require support, including but not limited to: 

  • Provide assistance in personal hygiene care

  • Proper administration of medication in accordance with training and procedures

  • Write clear and concise progress notes

  • Ensure ongoing implementation of ISP outcomes

  • Follow through on any and all established behavior plans

  • Active participation and guidance in recreational activities